Power Trader

Optimus - People. Solutions. Delivered.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong bonus potential

Industry-leading retirement benefits

Collaborative trade floor

Job summary

Optimus - People. Solutions. Delivered. is seeking a Senior Power Trader with NYISO experience to join a fast-moving trading desk supporting a diverse generation asset portfolio across the US.

You will optimize client portfolios and trade across markets, focusing on value creation for utilities and customers. Join a high-performing team that emphasizes integrity, collaboration, and growth. The role requires strong NYISO knowledge, financial energy product expertise, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• 5+ years in power trading experience.
• Strong NYISO understanding and market rules.
• Proficiency with Excel, Python, or VBA.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• Certifications such as NERC, Series 3, or CFA are a plus.
• A team-oriented mindset with integrity and client service focus.

Responsibilities

• Optimize client portfolios by managing load and generation assets and hedging strategies.
• Trade across markets by executing generation offers, load bids, and bilateral transactions.
• Act as a market expert on rules, tariffs, and industry developments to ensure compliance.
• Drive innovation using tools to refine strategies and improve workflow.
• Collaborate with dispatch, analytics, and planning teams; mentor newer staff.
• Add value by identifying opportunities that benefit clients and internal positions.

Skills

Power trading

NYISO knowledge

Financial energy products

Analytical skills

Excel/Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PowerOptix

Yes Energy

Genscape

Job description

Senior Energy Recruiter at Optimus - People. Solutions. Delivered.

A key Optimus client is looking for a Power Trader with NYISO experience to join a fast-moving trading desk supporting a diverse portfolio of generation assets across the US. This role is perfect for a Trader who thrives on optimizing portfolios and creating value for utilities and their customers.

You will join a high-performing team that manages and optimizes generation and load portfolios across bilateral and RTO markets.

This role is not your typical "prop desk" job, the focus is on client success, integrity, and teamwork. If you bring strong NYISO trading experience and want to work in a culture built on collaboration and growth, this is the place for you.

What You’ll Do

• Optimize client portfolios – manage load and generation assets, develop risk management strategies, and support congestion hedging.
• Trade across markets – execute generation offers, load bids, bilateral transactions, transmission, congestion, and virtuals.
• Act as a market expert – stay sharp on market rules, tariff changes, and industry developments to ensure compliance and capture opportunities.
• Drive innovation – leverage tools like PowerOptix, Yes Energy, Genscape, and others to refine strategies and improve workflow.
• Collaborate & develop – work closely with dispatch, analytics, and planning teams; train and mentor newer staff; contribute to a knowledge-sharing culture.
• Add value – identify and execute opportunities that create value for both clients and internal positions.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years in power trading
• Strong understanding of NYISO
• Skilled in financial energy products and congestion management.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• Strong analytical and technical skills (Excel, Python, or VBA preferred).
• Certifications such as NERC, Series 3, or CFA are a plus.
• A team-oriented mindset with a focus on integrity, humility, and client service

Why Join

• Work on a collaborative trade floor that values knowledge-sharing and professional development.
• Be part of a growing organization with a strong track record of internal promotions.
• Competitive compensation, strong bonus potential, and industry-leading retirement benefits.
• A chance to contribute to something bigger—helping utilities deliver value to their customers while navigating evolving energy markets.

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